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How to Find the Perfect College as a Visually Impaired Student

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

Unlike with wheelchair-accessible colleges, you might not be able to Google which college campuses are the most suitable for visually impaired students. Because of the spectrum for those with visual impairments—visually impaired, legally blind, and totally blind—there is likely no surefire thing universities can do about their campuses being easily navigable. In addition, each student …

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Why a Medium-Sized College Might be Right For You

By Gwyneth FindlayLast updated on December 22, 2022

Without visiting college campuses, it’s hard to get a feel for how a college’s size will influence your experience as a student. But trust me on this: a medium sized college is the ideal fit. What is a medium sized college? College websites offer their various definitions, but the consensus generally falls in the 2,000 …

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Best Wheelchair Accessible Colleges

By Maria Andreina FernandezLast updated on December 22, 2022

Students focus on different things when deciding what colleges or universities to attend. Things like the majors that it offers, the academic programs, the dorms, the sports team, and many others are aspects most students find out before deciding. But what if you are a wheelchair student? You’ll have to look for wheelchair accessible campuses …

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Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students: Things to Keep in Mind When Starting College

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

For hard of hearing and deaf students in colleges and universities, there can be a variety of obstacles on the path to pursuing higher education. Institutions typically leave the students in charge of finding and figuring out the accommodations they need.  It’s unlike high school where much of this process was decided between teachers, administrators, …

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6 Amazing Schools For Outdoorsy Students

By Kaeli Nieves-WhitmoreLast updated on December 22, 2022

There is no better feeling than being surrounded by nature. Whether it’s hiking in the mountains, kayaking in the boundary waters, or just camping at the nearest state or national park, there is just something about getting away from the hustled and bustle of the city. For students hoping to incorporate their love of the …

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Why You Should Search for a College Based on Your Number One Factor

By Gwyneth FindlayLast updated on December 22, 2022

Many of us have sat down with a stack of college mail, a dozen web browser tabs, and a mental checklist of what makes a perfect school: Dad wants me to choose a local college, so I can come home on weekends. Mom thinks I should look for cultural diversity because there’s no better time to …

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5 Ways To Measure A College’s Academic Prowess

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 2, 2024

You know a great college atmosphere when you see it. Vibrant student life. Proven athletic teams. Lively events. But when it comes to the quality of education, how do you quantify a school’s academic prowess? This can be a little challenging if only the signs are not very obvious. However, if you know what to …

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The Benefits to Choosing an Innovative College

By Gwyneth FindlayLast updated on December 22, 2022

You’ll find similar features at colleges and universities across the country. Most schools work off of one another for inspiration. Many also track and mimic successful trends. When you’re looking at schools, you’ll find common elements at virtually every school on your list. But what about the schools that stand out and are innovative? What …

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How to Use Social Media in Your College Search

By Gwyneth FindlayLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s college application season. You’re bogged down by college entrance tests, essays, interviews, application forms—on top of your regular high school coursework. With all of these responsibilities, you might let other aspects of the college search fall through the cracks—like effectively using social media. Use social media to keep track of deadlines, learn about your …

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700+ Colleges with No Application Fee

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on October 16, 2024

The costs associated with college start even before you go with standardized test fees, college visits and application fees. College application fees vary by school. The average range students can expect to pay in application fees is around $20-$85 per application. Depending on which colleges you are applying to (and you should be applying to …